Maria Candida Rainho

Pawtucket – Maria Candida Rainho, 79, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2017. She was the beloved wife of the late Americo L. Rainho. Born in Celorico da Beira, Portugal, she was a daughter of the late Alexandre and Ana da Conseicao Rainho. Candida enjoyed gardening, going on cruises and taking walks with her dear cousin, Adriana DosReis. She was a strong and upbeat lady, who loved to put a smile on everyone’s face. Candida enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her beloved grand and great-grandchildren. Above all, she was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Candida leaves five children, Marylou Rainho White of Hull, MA, Ernie Rainho and his wife, Patricia, of Seekonk, Jose Rainho and his wife, Tina, of Seekonk, Odette R. Avila and her husband, Ruben, of Seekonk and Gus Rainho and his wife, Janice of Cranston; twelve grandchildren, David and Melissa Rodrigues, Nicholas, Joshua, Taylor, Tiffany and Olivia Rainho, Felicia Purpura, Alex Avila, ,...